decency

Definition

  • noun: polite, moral, and honest behavior and attitudes that show respect for other people
  • noun: the quality or state of being 'decent'
  • usually used in plural
  • synonyms: fitness, orderliness, propriety

Examples

  • Their behavior goes beyond the bounds of 'decency'. [=it is not decent or acceptable]

  • If you're going to be late, please 'have the decency to' call and let me know.

  • Sending aid to the victims was simply a matter of 'common decency'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I find the High Septon or High Sparrow or whatever bloody fool name he's got? It's not as good a name as Queen of Thorns, I'll admit. You should have the decency to stand when you speak to a lady. You should have the decency to kneel before the gods. Don't spar with me, (..)
    2015 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: The Gift Season: 5 Episode 7